GIRLS

 

Coach: Don Gardner

Top returners: Sonia Molina, 5-5, Sr., G; Noni Russell, 5-5, So., G; Mylasia McNair, 5-5, Sr., G; Shadea McElvine, 5-6, Jr., G; Iyania Evans, 5-10, So., F.

Top newcomers: Taylor Bethea, 6-1, 8th, C; Lillie Robinson, 6-1, Fr., C; McKenzie Terry, 5-9, Sr., F; Claire Burke, 5-9, So., G.

Coach’s comment: “Our strength is the ability to score inside and out. Our weakness is our youth. We will grow collectively.’’

BOYS

Coach: David Barco

Top returners: Josh Harness, 6-0, Sr., G; Charles Page, 6-2, Jr., Jr, G/F.

Top newcomers: Bennett Newman, 6-3, Jr., G/F; Avery Daniels, 6-1, Jr., G; Khymani Vera, 6-2, Jr., G/F; Daquan Chambers, 6-1, Jr., G; Jacob Webster, 6-3, So., G.

Coach’s comment: “Our strength will be our shooting. Our weakness will be our lack of size and experience with only two players returning from last year’s team. I believe this group will help change the culture at Fayetteville Christian and compete every night in this tough conference.’’

PHOTOS: (Top, L-R: Girls’ basketball coach Don Gardner & Top returner Shadea McElvine / Bottom, L-R: Boys’ basketball coach David Barco & Top returner Charles Page)